Nikita downloaded software from the Internet and installed it on her computer. She suspects that the software has also installed malware onto her computer. She uses the Autoruns application to look for malware on her computer.
Which of the following in Autoruns most likely indicates the presence of malware on her computer?
A) The application publisher is verified.
B) There is a file in a nonstandard location.
C) The description for an application is empty.
D) There is a time stamp that is 10 years old.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Files in nonstandard locations can indicate malware, as legitimate software typically installs in standard directories.

Nikita Downloaded Software from the Internet and Installed It on Her